Resurrection Rolls Recipe
Introduction
Resurrection Rolls are a delightful and symbolic treat perfect for Easter or any special occasion. These sweet, cinnamon-sugar coated pastries have a gooey marshmallow center that melts away during baking, creating a warm surprise inside.

Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 (8-oz) tube crescent rolls
- 8 marshmallows
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar and cinnamon. Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 triangles.
- Step 2: Dip each marshmallow into melted butter, then toss it in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat. Place a coated marshmallow inside each crescent triangle and roll up. Pinch the dough around the marshmallow to seal it securely, then gently roll it in your hands to shape into a ball. Dip each ball back into melted butter, then roll again in cinnamon sugar. Arrange the rolls evenly in the prepared pan.
- Step 3: Bake the rolls for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and feel firm to the touch. Allow them to cool slightly before serving so the melted marshmallow center can settle.
Tips & Variations
- Use butter instead of cooking spray for dipping marshmallows to enhance the buttery flavor and help the cinnamon sugar stick better.
- Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or cloves to the cinnamon sugar for a warmer spice profile.
- For a fun twist, substitute marshmallows with mini chocolate candies for surprise-filled rolls.
Storage
Store leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in a microwave for 10-15 seconds to soften the center, or in a preheated oven at 300°F for about 5 minutes to retain crispiness.
How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make Resurrection Rolls ahead of time?
You can prepare the rolls and assemble them in the pan, then cover and refrigerate for a few hours before baking. Allow them to come to room temperature before placing in the oven for even baking.
What if the marshmallow leaks out during baking?
Make sure to pinch and seal the dough edges tightly around the marshmallow. Rolling the dough into a smooth ball also helps prevent leaks. Baking on a well-greased pan helps reduce sticking if any leaks occur.
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Resurrection Rolls Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
Description
Resurrection Rolls are a delightful and fun treat featuring gooey marshmallows wrapped in cinnamon sugar-coated crescent roll dough. When baked, the marshmallow melts inside, leaving an empty ‘resurrected’ space, making this recipe perfect for Easter or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
For the Rolls
- Cooking spray, for greasing
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 (8-oz) tube crescent rolls (8 triangles)
- 8 marshmallows
For Coating
- Butter, for dipping marshmallows and crescent balls (approximately 2 tbsp)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix the cinnamon sugar. In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until well combined to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Prepare crescent dough. Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 individual triangles as per package instructions.
- Coat marshmallows and seal in dough. Dip each marshmallow into melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated. Place the coated marshmallow on the wide end of a crescent triangle and roll it up, pinching the edges of the dough firmly around the marshmallow to seal completely. Gently roll the sealed dough between your hands to form a tight ball around the marshmallow.
- Coat the dough balls. Dip each dough-sealed marshmallow ball into melted butter again, then toss in the cinnamon sugar to coat the outside of the roll.
- Arrange and bake. Place each cinnamon sugar-coated roll ball in the prepared cake pan, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and feel firm to the touch.
- Cool and serve. Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving, so the marshmallow inside turns into a gooey, delicious surprise when bitten into.
Notes
- You can use flavored marshmallows or add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
- Ensure you pinch the dough tightly to prevent any marshmallow from leaking out during baking.
- These treats are best served warm for the gooey center.
- If you want a more buttery finish, brush rolls with additional melted butter right after baking.
- Use a silicone brush for an even butter coating on marshmallows and dough balls.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for bigger batches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Resurrection rolls, cinnamon sugar rolls, marshmallow crescent rolls, Easter dessert, sweet rolls, easy baked dessert

